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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new developments in elearning technology are making it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. These MOOC classes are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning organizations have to struggle with today because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of these MOOC classes is respectable? How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

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